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Marjory

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Pronounced MAR-juh-ree /ˈmɑr.dʒə.ri/High

Meaning: A spelling of Marjorie — a medieval form of Margaret (via the herb marjoram), from the Greek margarites, 'a pearl'Low

In 30 seconds: A pearl: Marjory spells Marjorie. Crisp, vintage, and warm.
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Origin LowGreek
MeaningA spelling of Marjorie — a medieval form of Margaret (via the herb marjoram), from the Greek margarites, 'a pearl'
U.S. rank (2024)#9309 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births11 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 8,158

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192118872024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Marjory is a spelling of Marjorie — a medieval form of Margaret (via the herb marjoram), from the Greek margarites, 'a pearl'. A crisp, vintage name (said 'MAR-juh-ree').

In the U.S. it appears as a spelling of Marjorie. Rare in this form, a-pearl at the root, and crisp.

Did you know? Marjorie is a medieval form of Margaret — Greek 'a pearl' (via the herb marjoram) — Marjory is a spelling, crisp and vintage (said 'MAR-juh-ree').
Overall data confidence 38%
References — Marjorie — Greek etymology

Variations

MarjorieMargeryMarjori

Nicknames

Marge

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Marjory mean?

Marjory spells Marjorie — a form of Margaret, Greek 'a pearl'.

How do you pronounce Marjory?

It's said MAR-juh-ree /ˈmɑr.dʒə.ri/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Marjory a boy or girl name?

Marjory is a girl's name.

How popular is Marjory?

Marjory is a very rare name in the U.S. today.

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